Croatia may no longer be quite the secret it once was, but there are still ways to see the best of it without the crowds. One of the finest is by small ship — and there are few better than the MS Agape Rose, which will take you to beautiful old towns, hidden coves and glorious scenery that typify this part of the Adriatic. Stops include the medieval charms of Split, the World Heritage Site of Trogir, glorious waterfall-strewn national parks and the walled city of Dubrovnik. The ship is berthed overnight, so you can stroll, dine in your choice of restaurant and enjoy the evening ambience in cafes and bars. This is a wonderful way to explore one of Europe’s most beautiful coastlines.

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